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Players Awards - Round 19

League Wrap: Round 19, 15-17 July 2005
The pressure is on Matt Bowen to retain his number one spot in this year?s Leagueunlimited.com Players Awards. The Cowboys fullback is still in front on 19 points, but Broncos? five eighth Darren Lockyer has thrown down the gauntlet and is now only one point behind on 18 points.

Meanwhile the usual mob are pushing for claims, however this Monday?s expert can?t help but notice the rising presence of one A Johns.

Previously listed as injured and shot to bits, Andrew Johns has put in some outstanding performances of late including being the winning factor for New South Wales in this year?s State of Origin.

The Newcastle half back has suddenly moved up to 10 points overall, and there?s still seven rounds to play! The prospect of avoiding the wooden spoon is incentive enough for anyone to play out of their skins. So here?s a tip, look out for Joey and the Newcastle Knights in the coming weeks.

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